SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 41
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Jack Ohlrich and Hal Herbelin Jr., who were recently
honored with the Outstanding Range Management Award by the Texas
Section Society for Range Management; and
WHEREAS, Each year, the Texas Section recognizes one ranch
that has adopted the highest standards and implemented the most
effective practices for sustainable range management; and
WHEREAS, The Ohlrich ranch has been operating as a family
business west of New Braunfels since the 1850s; Jack Ohlrich is
the owner of the ranch, and Hal Herbelin Jr. serves as ranch
operator; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Ohlrich and Mr. Herbelin were recognized for
outstanding range-management methods that include the limiting
and rotating of livestock grazing, the careful management of the
Ashe juniper population, and the use of prescribed burning
methods to improve forage quality for both livestock and
wildlife; their practices have helped plant life thrive even
during the current drought; and
WHEREAS, Texas is known for its agricultural resources and
natural beauty, and by maintaining high standards of land
management and sustainability, the leaders of the Ohlrich ranch
are helping to preserve the timeless and unique character of the
state; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th
Legislature, hereby commend Jack Ohlrich and Hal Herbelin Jr. for
their stewardship of Texas lands and congratulate them on receiving
the Outstanding Range Management Award; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
them as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
Campbell
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on January 26, 2015.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate